Programme Assistant (M&E), SC5, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
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WFP encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to apply.
WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis. We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity and disability.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Job Title: Programme Assistant (M&E)
Grade: SC5
Type of contract: Service Contract
Duration: 12 months
Duty Station: Cox’s Bazar
Number of position: 1
Date of Publication: 16 August 2023
Deadline of Application: 29 August 2023
This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi Nationals.
ABOUT WFP
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
WFP Cox’s Bazar is looking for Bangladeshi Nationals to fill the function of Programme Assistant-(M&E) at the SC level for 12 months with the possibility of extension, based in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Head of M&E, the Monitoring Assistant (Monitoring and Evaluation) will be responsible for the following duties:
- Assist in compiling monthly beneficiary and food utilization statistics. Verify the planned movements and distribution of food or non-food assistance through on-site monitoring of distribution sites, reporting issues or discrepancies for timely resolution of problems and ensuring that the quantities distributed, and the quality of the operation are in line with WFP standards.
- Organize and undertake daily field monitoring visits according to monitoring plans and schedules for nutrition Malnutrition Prevention Treatment Programme activities to monitor the quality of programme delivery and processes as per checklists or questionnaires.
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative data collection activities, such as household-level interviews, distribution monitoring, beneficiary contact monitoring, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, case studies etc. to ensure the availability of outcome and process monitoring data for WFP nutrition programmes in Cox’s Bazar in compliance with minimum monitoring requirements and including recommended follow-up actions to ensure program goals are achieved. Ensure follow-up actions are implemented on a timely basis.
- Produce regular reports to document programme implementation and monitoring observations and follow-up on monitoring and evaluation findings to ensure that corrective actions are taken and/or adjustments are made to programme responses as required.
- Collate programme monitoring data following clear direction by the M&E Officer, to support programme reviews and informative decision-making.
- Liaise with cooperating partners and internal counterparts to gather relevant information, feedback, and comments to support programme reviews and improve the delivery of services.
- Receive, collate and document/report comments and feedback from cooperating partners and beneficiaries to support identifying programmatic issues with a view to fostering efficient operations.
- Provide guidance for cooperating partners on WFP operational practices, monitoring tools and methods to support them to complete self-monitoring tasks and to contribute to the visibility of WFP in the coverage areas.
- Prepare detailed monitoring plans, case studies, qualitative and quantitative reports based on field monitoring findings on context, process and outcomes, including recommended follow-up actions to ensure program goals are achieved. Ensure follow-up actions are implemented on a timely basis.
- Support maintaining records of monitoring plans, reports, and data from programme units, such as monthly distribution reports, outcome monitoring data and process monitoring information, in order to ensure timely and regular reporting on the implementation of activities to inform decision-making on programme design.
- Suggest improvements to field monitoring processes and procedures for efficient implementation of the assistance programmes.
- Follow set emergency response processes and procedures for emergency food assistance.
- Any other tasks as required.
OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Familiarity with the special context of refugee camps and makeshift sites in Cox’s Bazar.
- Knowledge of the spoken Rohingya language is required.
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
- Has experience in onsite monitoring, collecting programme output and outcome data, quantitative and qualitative data collection, such as household-level interviews and focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and reporting findings in humanitarian/development contexts.
- Has experience utilizing digital data collection tools (Kobo, ODK, Survey CTO etc)
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Package)• Has experience collecting programme output and outcome data, conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses, and reporting findings to management team, partners and other stakeholders.
- Has experience utilizing WFP monitoring and evaluation systems and standards.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Food Security. Having a master’s degree will be an added value.
Experience: At least five years of progressive experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, programme and project implementation. Including knowledge in project/programme planning, coordination and implementation. Monitoring experience in nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive programmes.
Knowledge & Skills: A basic understanding of the Monitoring and Evaluation, Nutrition programme, reporting, data analysis and accountability will be required.
Language: Fluency in spoken Rohingya language; fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Bangla.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Tuesday, 29 August 2023 (Midnight Bangladesh time)
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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
